Thanks for visiting! I'm Alicia, the author of this blog, and I love sharing bits of our life here and on social media. Back in 2008, when my oldest was only a month old, I started Making Time For Mommy as a way to make time for myself and meet other moms. I hope this blog encourages you to make time for yourself, gives you ideas for family fun, and provides easy tips you can incorporate into your busy life! ---read more about me here ---
In a few weeks I will be doing a series of posts on the subject of children and learning. In these posts I will be introducing some online resources that I love, along with some learning tools from CSN websites (who, in addition to toys, carry everything from sofas to clothing). As I prepare for … Read more
I recently worked with Hershey’s (yes, THAT Hershey’s) on their Summer Celebrations Campaign. I was asked to visit Walmart, take a look at their Hershey’s product selection, create a yummy 4th of July themed snack, and then share my experience on Whrrl. Here is my story on how to make a 4th of July toddler … Read more
How do you get a toddler to share?? I would appreciate any thoughts you may have on this… Thanks in advance! :)
I am proud to announce that I am a PEARista :) Sounds fun doesn’t it? Want all the JUICY (pun intended) details? As a Pearista I will be bringing you discounts and giveaways every month for Pear Tree Greetings products. June’s Discount: 10% off all orders over $19! Use Code PEARJUN10 June’s Giveaway: One person … Read more
One year ago I gave birth to my youngest son. *** *** *** *** *** Happy 1st Birthday, Lucas Nathaniel!
I am trying to get sponsorship to attend two blogging conferences this year. To do so I need to provide companies with an overview of my reader demographics. I have put together a basic survey asking four questions: Your gender Your age range How many children you have Your employment status All answers are confidential … Read more
One of my blogging friends, Megan, from Half-Pint House makes some beautiful handmade items. She would like to go to the Relevant blogging conference in October and is financing her trip by sewing her way to Relevant! Let me show you some of the wonderful things she makes: Along with having some great items in … Read more